1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 389 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Jazz | Neon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
